Frequently Asked Questions

Costs vary by type, size, materials, and installation:

• Channel letters: $150–$300+ per letter
• Monument signs: $5,000–$25,000+
• Pylon signs: $10,000–$50,000+
• Cabinet signs: $3,000–$15,000
• Vinyl graphics: $500–$5,000

We provide free, detailed quotes. Request yours here.

We build a full range: channel letters (front lit, back lit, edge lit, reverse, open neon), monument signs, pylon signs, pole signs, blade signs, neon signs, cabinet signs, digital displays, vinyl graphics, drive-thru signs, and dimensional letters in acrylic/PVC and aluminum. Everything is built in-house.

Typically 4–8 weeks from consultation to installation:

• Design & approval: 1–2 weeks
• Permitting: 2–4 weeks (varies by city)
• Fabrication: 1–2 weeks
• Installation: 1–2 days

We serve Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside County. Based in Gardena, we work in Torrance, Long Beach, Carson, Compton, Inglewood, Hawthorne, Redondo Beach, Downey, South Gate, Anaheim, and throughout the Inland Empire.

A C-45 is a California Electrical Sign Contractor license from the CSLB. It authorizes installation, alteration, and repair of electrical signs. Hiring a C-45 contractor ensures your sign is installed legally and to code, electrical work is safe and inspectable, and you are protected by the contractor's bond and insurance. Our license is #999802.

UL (Underwriters Laboratories) listing means electrical components have been independently tested for safety, fire resistance, and weather protection. Most cities require UL Listed signs for permits. All our signs use UL Listed LED modules, power supplies, and wiring.

Yes, nearly all exterior commercial signs require a sign permit. We handle the entire process: plan preparation, engineering drawings, submission, and inspector coordination. Timelines vary from 2–6 weeks depending on the city.

LA typically takes 3–6 weeks. Smaller cities (Gardena, Torrance, Carson) may process in 2–3 weeks. We submit complete, code-compliant packages to minimize processing time.

Yes. We repair all brands and types regardless of who installed them. Common repairs: LED replacement, neon repair, electrical troubleshooting, face panels, and storm damage.

An LED retrofit replaces old neon or fluorescent lighting with modern LEDs. Benefits: up to 70% energy savings, brighter output, 50,000+ hour lifespan, and reduced maintenance. We usually reuse your existing sign structure.

Yes. Scheduled maintenance includes cleaning, electrical inspection, LED checks, and minor repairs. Extends sign life and prevents costly emergencies. Contact us for pricing.

0.040 aluminum returns, translucent acrylic faces (Plaskolite/Acrylite), UL Listed LED modules (50,000+ hours), and aluminum backs. Mathews Paint system for exact brand color matching.

Yes. We use Mathews Paint for precise PMS/Pantone matching on painted surfaces. For acrylic faces, we offer the full Plaskolite and Acrylite color range including custom matching. We also do day/night color matching for LED-illuminated signs.